1. Producte acabatview
The SABRENT CB-FTDI USB to Serial converter provides a connection between an available USB port and a traditional RS-232 serial port. This adapter is designed for data transfer with various devices such as PDAs, digital cameras, modems, and ISDN terminal adapters through your computer's USB port. It features an FTDI chipset for reliable performance.
Image 1.1: The SABRENT USB 2.0 to Serial (9-Pin) DB-9 RS-232 Adapter Cable.
Característiques principals:
- Longitud del cable: 6 peus (1.8 metres)
- Side Connectors: Male Thumbscrews for secure connection
- Admet el despertador remot i la gestió de l'energia
- No IRQs or IRQ conflicts
- Provides a 96-byte buffer for both upstream and downstream data transfer
- Compatible with USB Specification v1.1(0) & USB CDC v1.1, USB 2.0
Image 1.2: Diagram illustrating the USB 2.0 and RS-232 Serial Port connectors.
2. Requisits del sistema
To use the SABRENT CB-FTDI adapter, your system must meet the following requirements:
- Mac OS 9.1 & higher
- Windows 98SE / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10
- Linux 2.4 o superior
Image 2.1: The adapter is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.
3. Configuració i instal·lació
The SABRENT CB-FTDI adapter is designed for plug-and-play operation, often requiring no additional driver installation on modern operating systems due to its FTDI chipset. However, a driver CD is included for older systems or specific configurations.
Passos d'instal·lació:
- Connect the USB End: Plug the USB A-Male connector of the CB-FTDI cable into an available USB port on your computer.
- Connect the Serial End: Connect the DB-9 (RS-232) connector to the serial port of your peripheral device (e.g., PDA, modem, printer, PLC controller). Ensure the male thumbscrews are tightened for a secure fit.
- Instal·lació del controlador (si cal): For most modern operating systems (Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Mac OS X, Linux), drivers will install automatically. If prompted, or if the device is not recognized, insert the included driver CD and follow the on-screen instructions. Drivers can also be downloaded from the SABRENT weblloc.
- Verifica la instal·lació: After installation, the device should appear in your system's Device Manager (Windows) or System Information (Mac/Linux) as a USB Serial Port. You may need to adjust COM port settings or baud rates in your device's software or system settings for optimal communication.
Image 3.1: Connecting the USB end to a laptop and the serial end to a compatible device.
4. Instruccions de funcionament
Once the SABRENT CB-FTDI adapter is correctly installed, it functions as a standard serial port for your computer, allowing communication with RS-232 compatible devices.
Ús:
- Ensure both the USB and DB-9 connectors are securely attached.
- Open the software application that requires serial communication (e.g., terminal emulator, device configuration software).
- Within the application's settings, select the appropriate COM port assigned to the USB Serial Adapter. This port number can be found in your operating system's device manager.
- Configure the serial communication parameters (baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits, flow control) to match the requirements of your connected device.
- Initiate communication through your software. The adapter will facilitate data transfer between your computer and the serial device.
Image 4.1: The adapter supports various RS-232 devices including network switches, printers, modems, and PLC controllers.
Vídeo 4.1: Un overview of the Sabrent USB Serial Cable's features and functionality.
5. Manteniment
The SABRENT CB-FTDI adapter requires minimal maintenance to ensure long-term performance.
- Emmagatzematge: Guardeu el cable en un lloc fresc i sec, allunyat de la llum solar directa i de temperatures extremes quan no l'utilitzeu.
- Neteja: Feu servir un drap suau i sec per netejar el cable i els connectors. Eviteu utilitzar netejadors líquids o dissolvents.
- Manipulació: Avoid bending or twisting the cable excessively, especially near the connectors, to prevent internal damage.
- Connexió: Always ensure connectors are properly aligned before pushing them in to prevent pin damage.
6. Solució De Problemes
If you encounter issues with your SABRENT CB-FTDI adapter, refer to the following troubleshooting tips:
- Dispositiu no reconegut:
- Ensure the USB cable is securely plugged into both the computer and the serial device.
- Proveu un port USB diferent a l'ordinador.
- Reinstall the drivers using the provided CD or by downloading the latest drivers from the SABRENT weblloc.
- Reinicieu l'ordinador.
- Errors de comunicació:
- Verify that the COM port selected in your software matches the port assigned to the adapter in your system's Device Manager.
- Check that the baud rate, data bits, parity, stop bits, and flow control settings in your software match those of the connected serial device.
- Ensure the serial device is powered on and functioning correctly.
- Confirm that the male thumbscrews on the DB-9 connector are securely fastened.
- Transferència lenta de dades:
- While the cable supports USB 2.0, actual transfer speeds depend on the connected serial device and its capabilities.
- Ensure your computer's USB port is functioning optimally.
Image 6.1: The DB-9 connector ensures a reliable connection to the RS-232 serial interface.
7. Especificacions
| Característica | Detall |
|---|---|
| Nom del model | CB-FTDI |
| Longitud del cable | 6 peus (1.8 m) |
| Tipus de connector (ordinador) | USB 2.0 Type-A Male |
| Connector Type (Device) | DB-9 (9-Pin) RS-232 Male with Thumbscrews |
| Chipset | FTDI |
| Velocitat de transferència de dades | Fins a 480 megabits per segon (USB 2.0) |
| Mida del buffer | 96 bytes (upstream and downstream) |
| Compatibilitat | USB Specification v1.1(0) & USB CDC v1.1, USB 2.0 |
| Sistemes operatius | Windows (98SE to 10), Mac OS (9.1+), Linux (2.4+) |
| Característiques especials | Remote wake-up, power management, tangle-free design |
| Pes de l'article | 113 grams |
Image 7.1: Internal structure of the cable, highlighting features for error-free data transmission.
8. Garantia i Suport
Informació de la garantia:
The SABRENT CB-FTDI USB 2.0 to Serial Adapter Cable comes with a 1 any de garantia des de la data de compra. Aquesta garantia cobreix els defectes de fabricació i garanteix que el producte compleix els estàndards de rendiment especificats en condicions d'ús normal. Conserveu el comprovant de compra per a reclamacions de garantia.
Atenció al client:
For technical assistance, driver downloads, or further inquiries, please visit the official SABRENT website or contact their customer support team. Contact information can typically be found on the product packaging or the SABRENT official weblloc.